Used 2000 Subaru Outback Wagon Consumer Reviews
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Seven Years in
Subie Man, 08/25/2007
2000 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon AWD
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Purchased new, now have 77K on it. I love Subarus, and this one has its highs and one low. Snow and wet conditions cannot stop this car. I have tried to lose traction (all season radial tires, not snow rated) and can't. Love the reliability except for the head gasket that needed replacing - the car was past warranty (uh-oh), yet Subaru covered it (phew). No other repair issues, brakes are still fine, even. 20/27 MPG, even with Thule box on top.
2000 Subaru Outback Wagon
Misha, 02/15/2008
2000 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon AWD
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this car based on safety and reliability records. At 80,000 miles I had to replace the trans, to the tune of $3700. I drive 2 kids around the suburbs of chicago - what more can I say? I also just found out that my head gasket needs replacing ($1300) although at 110,000 miles I suppose that's not out of the question. Mechanical issues aside, I love this car, although it is noisy above 60mph, it can't be beat on chicago's winter roads. It's a great option to the gas-guzzling suv. I had planned on driving this into the ground; I was just hoping that the "ground" was a little further away.
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Arunninreb, 04/11/2002
2000 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon AWD
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
For the most part my Subaru has been reliable and very fun to drive. Good service has been difficult to obtain, and repair parts are even harder. The car was involved in a high-speed freeway accident that could have been a life-threatening rollover in an SUV. Overall, the car came out of the accident fairly well (it's been repaired and I still own it) and the occupants (my wife and child) were unharmed. Overall I have enjoyed owning this car. I highly recommend it as a family-car alternative to SUV's, due to the excellent fuel economy, handling, safety, and cargo room. I may buy another one..
I love my outback!
suepsales22, 12/30/2002
2000 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon AWD
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I had absolutely no mechanical problems with my outback until 97,000 miles. The headgasket was replaced and fortunately I had an extended warranty to 100,000 miles. I don't know if it is coincidence or not but my mpg dropped from 26-27 to 21-22. My fuel didn't change, or driving conditions? I will buy another one when this "dies".
some problems
tony_19957, 01/13/2003
2000 Subaru Outback Limited 4dr Wagon AWD
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
i will just mentioned the problems i had. had to return the 5 disc cd changer once for a replacement. the center hub cap on the wheel i lost two of them they do not seem to hold tight. the oxygen sensor which is part of the polution control was replace as part of a recall and comes on every now and then. The front windows squeel when going above 60 mph i guess it is worn. the driver side window button does not work all the time.
excellent all around car
Joe Q. Smith, 07/28/2003
2000 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon AWD
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
the Outback is an excellent all around car, with average gas mileage at 23 mpg, and up to 29 on the highway.
Comfortable, reliable value!
sunnyedog, 06/01/2007
2000 Subaru Outback Limited 4dr Wagon AWD
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I purchased this vehicle 7 years ago and drove the heck out of it. And just like the Eveready Bunny it keeps on going 170,000 miles later, always providing ample power and handling on road and off. I can fit a 36" dog crate in the rear cargo area. Paint has held up looking a clean and shiny as the day I bought it. Mechanically, appearance and comfort have always met or exceeded my expectations. I am about to trade in for a minivan (to increase cargo space). I will miss my Outback LTD Wagon, the quality and performance, comfort and it has always been reliable!
What a car
scozim, 04/26/2003
2000 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon AWD
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought the Outback brand new. Was my wife's car for the first three years, now I drive it and I have to say I haven't had this much fun driving a wagon in a long time. Had 55 series Michelin Artic Alpine's on for the winter and the car was unbelievable in the snow. Not one problem in three years and we have 63,000 on it.
Worst car I ever owned
ely, 08/08/2008
2000 Subaru Outback Limited 4dr Wagon AWD
2 of 5 people found this review helpful
Within a year, the head gasket blew, damaging the radiator, and leaving me stranded in the desert. Since it was almost out of warranty, the dealer kept saying he didn't know what the problem was. As soon as the gasket was out of warranty, the dealer miraculously diagnosed the problem. Subaru covered only a small % of the nearly $2,000 bill. Other problems: catalytic converter (engine light always on); heat shield always coming loose; ball joint replaced several times; broken sway bar; 2 transmissions in 4 months; engine stills runs so hot it feels like heater is on; noisy; poor acceleration.
Great Buy
Scott A. Miller, 05/01/2002
2000 Subaru Outback 4dr Wagon AWD
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have considered getting a truck or 'bonfide' SUV. But I invariably can't find a better all-around utility vehicle. It is like having the best of a car and an SUV. It is not an off- road vehicle, but a very capable rough- road vehicle.